magman2 Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Dndieje, I do not think the SMD are that bad, Syhart is a good AdA sheets, but two of the Rafale tail markings are facing the wrong way round,I can not see the low viz 113 outline nubers for the Rafale B Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dndieje Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Dndieje, I do not think the SMD are that bad, Syhart is a good AdA sheets, but two of the Rafale tail markings are facing the wrong way round,I can not see the low viz 113 outline nubers for the Rafale B Hello Magman, The SMD decals are by no means bad, in fact they are their usual high quality. I was just a bit disappointed that when they updated 480001 to 480001D they didn't adjust the grey a bit. I bought the Syhart 1/48 decals a couple of weeks ago at a model show in Belgium. The set includes 3 little errata sheets including one specifically for the Rafale. You're right about the outline 113 codes, fine brush and a steady hand might sort that one Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magman2 Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 I think I will buy the Syhart decals, as I like the ETR 2/92 "Aquitaine" decals for my Rafale B,B317 113-HO. Rafale C I will make it C118 113-IW EC1/7 "Provence" Aigle à tête de mort with Damocles pod operation Harmattan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
strikeeagle801 Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 Ok, I just received in the mail the ACE hobby Rafale M. I had read somewhere that it was the M with the updated molds as the tigermeet B. It is not. It is an exact repop of the Revell Rafale M. The decals look to be for demo and a production M. On the plus side, I got it for $26 USD shipped, and another Rafale B tigermeet for $32 USD shipped. Mike I can second what Mike said. I bought one for 25 dollars shipped, but it does not have the updates. I'm not too concerned about it though, as I'll be making a US Navy Whiff out of it, so I'll have US equipment on it. Aaron ps. Did the Tigermeet B come with the updates Mike? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dndieje Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 but two of the Rafale tail markings are facing the wrong way round,I can not see the low viz 113 outline nubers for the Rafale B You're absolutely right, never noticed that ! The 1/91 elephant and wolf's head are facing the wrong way. On the additional little sheet in my set these markings are correct (albeit in a darker grey). Also on the sheet are the 104 codes and markings for the latest Rafale sqn. EC 3/30. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
longmc Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 I can second what Mike said. I bought one for 25 dollars shipped, but it does not have the updates. I'm not too concerned about it though, as I'll be making a US Navy Whiff out of it, so I'll have US equipment on it. Aaron ps. Did the Tigermeet B come with the updates Mike? yes, the tigermeet boxing has all the updates. If you combine it w/ the Revell M, you build either an updated C or M from all the parts. And you still have enough parts to build either an AF or a 'navalized' B w/o mods. I'm thinking about building my left over B as an aggressor bird in a WIF. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MarkW Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Here's one question that bugs me a bit--the aux air inlet doors on the underside of the inlet. Sometimes open, sometimes closed. I have found pictures of them closed with the Rafale in straight and level flight, as well as maneuvering. Same for them open--there doesn't seem to be a rhyme or reason. Anyone know the answer? If it's all the same, I won't have to bother cutting them open... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magman2 Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Here's one question that bugs me a bit--the aux air inlet doors on the underside of the inlet. Sometimes open, sometimes closed. I have found pictures of them closed with the Rafale in straight and level flight, as well as maneuvering. Same for them open--there doesn't seem to be a rhyme or reason. Anyone know the answer? If it's all the same, I won't have to bother cutting them open... gravity? The Rafale Intake has no moving parts and no boundary-layer bleed can reach speeds of Mach2+ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MarkW Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Looking at the pictures more, I think it is an airspeed issue. The ones where I see the doors open, the Rafale is flying with the slats down, or in level flight but nose high, so it would makes sense the aux doors would get blown in to let more air through. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
longmc Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 I finally received the Rafale decals from Skyraider. It's the second edition sheet (more options/mission markings) printed by cartograf. They are beautifully done. Very crisp detail printing, full stencils including cockpit items. Now to just decide which version(s) to do. Most likely a B and a C. Most definitely worth the price, and the wait. cheers, Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magman2 Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 1/48 Damocles Pod and pylon available from Larsenal, it is Super quality and good price. I purchased the Rafale set and the Super Étendard set Net Photo http://www.larsenal.com/catalogue/index.php?id_page=6&id_article=1357&ars8618554241=ars8618554241 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MarkW Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 Is there any chance you could post pictures of the aftermarket parts? They aren't coming up on the website. One thing is clear--it would be fairly challenging to make one out of an existing pod... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magman2 Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 The quality is sharper than the photo Net Photo ( Larsenal) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MarkW Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 (edited) Thank you, very nice indeed! That is well worth the price considering what a pain it would be to scratch the front end section. It should be easy to drill out the front an put clear optics in too. Edited May 29, 2011 by MarkW Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magman2 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 (edited) Thanks to Glasgow Stephen for the info Revell/ACE 1/48 Rafale C http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-48-ACE-RAFALE-C-FRENCH-AIR-FORCE-AIRCRAFT-1206-NIB-/270758469310?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f0a765ebe Edited July 12, 2011 by magman2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
musangpulut Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 Thanks to Glasgow Stephen for the info Revell/ACE 1/48 Rafale C http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-48-ACE-RAFALE-C-FRENCH-AIR-FORCE-AIRCRAFT-1206-NIB-/270758469310?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f0a765ebe Is that mean Revell finally produce a C version of 1/48 rafale without need to buy aftermarket stuffs anymore? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ReccePhreak Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 If you want to get exotic, L'Arsenal of France has some nice goodies like a DAMOCLES targeting or a PRESTO reconnaissance pod at very reasonable prices. http://www.larsenal.com/GB/index.php I wasn't aware that the Rafale carried the PRESTO pods operationally. I have never seen any photos of that. I thought those pods were restricted to the Mirage F1CR? Larry Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magman2 Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 Only the Thales Reco NG Reconnaissance Pod carried by the Rafale Net Photo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thegoodsgt Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 I think these are the links you intended to add. Presto pod Damocles pod Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Froggy Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 Hopefully, the RECO NG pod will soon be proposed by l'Arsenal!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ReccePhreak Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 Hopefully, the RECO NG pod will soon be proposed by l'Arsenal!!! YES, PLEASE!!! Larry Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dndieje Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 Found this on a French forum: http://www.master194.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=61084 A RECO NG has been confirmed in 1/72 and 1/48 by l'Arsenal. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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